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Shefali Jariwala Battled Epilepsy For 15 Years: 'I Couldn't Take Up Much Work After Kaanta Laga'
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In a resurfaced interview, Shefali Jariwala revealed she battled epilepsy for 15 years, which kept her away from more film work post Kaanta Laga.
Actress and model Shefali Jariwala's untimely demise at the age of 42 has left the entertainment industry in deep shock. Amid the heartbreaking news, a throwback interview of the Kaanta Laga star has resurfaced, where she opened up about her health struggles and why she stepped back from her career.
In an interview with The Times of India, Shefali Jariwala revealed she had been suffering from epilepsy since the age of 15. 'I had an epilepsy seizure at the age of 15. I remember at that time I was under tremendous pressure to do well in my studies. Stress and anxiety can lead to seizures. It's interrelated, you could get a seizure due to depression and vice versa," she shared.
The actress candidly described how the condition affected her confidence and ability to work. 'I have got seizures in classrooms, backstage, while on roads, and somewhere that lowered my self-esteem," she said.
Talking about the impact of epilepsy on her career after Kaanta Laga, Shefali added, 'After I did Kaanta Laga, people asked me why I didn't do more work. I can now say that it was because of the epilepsy seizures that I couldn't take up much work. I didn't know when I would get my next seizure… this went on for 15 years."
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In the same interview, Shefali proudly shared that she had been seizure-free for nine years, crediting her recovery to holistic care and emotional support. 'I am proud of myself because I managed my depression, panic attacks and anxiety naturally and with the help of a strong support system," she had said.
Shefali Jariwala passed away on Thursday, reportedly due to a cardiac arrest. She was brought to Bellevue Multispecialty Hospital by her husband Parag Tyagi and others, where she was declared dead on arrival. Her body was then shifted to Cooper Hospital for a post-mortem.
The family has not yet released an official statement. Fans and celebrities continue to express their sorrow and disbelief online.
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June 28, 2025, 04:37 IST
